Author Question: Diagnostic thoracentesis can be used to: a. withdraw a secretion sample from the lung for a ... (Read 39 times)

littleanan · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Diagnostic thoracentesis can be used to:

a. withdraw a secretion sample from the lung for a sputum smear.
b. withdraw a secretion sample from the lung for a Gram stain.
c. determine the etiology of a pleural effusion.
d. remove air from the pleural space.

Question 2

Benefits of pursed-lip breathing include that it:

1. stabilizes airways.
2. offsets air trapping on exhalation.
3. generates a better gas mixing breathing pattern.
4. slows the respiratory rate.
a. 1
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 3, 4

elyse44 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
After the pleural effusion fluid is analyzed, the physician will know its etiology. Then the proper treatment can be done. Bronchoscopy is done to get a secretion sample from the airways. Therapeutic thoracentesis is done to remove air from the pleural space.

Answer to Question 2

D
All of the listed options are benefits of pursed-lip breathing in a patient with an airway obstruction problem such as asthma or COPD.